JOHN MULANEY The witty former “Saturday Night Live” writer and producer has seen his popularity increase in the past couple of years, and Fox just picked up his self-titled sitcom co-starring Martin Short and Nasim Pedrad. Nov. 7, 7 p.m. and 9:45 p.m. Tickets: $25. The Wilbur Theatre. 866-448-7849, www.thewilburtheatre.com

DREW CAREY Since 2007, Carey has spent most of his time happily hosting “The Price Is Right,” but has lately gotten the itch to hit the stage again with less daytime TV-friendly stand-up comedy. Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $29-$39. The Wilbur Theatre. 866-448-7849, www.thewilburtheatre.com